2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
